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    Big Bad W Pit BBQ

    4.5 (265 reviews)

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    Good for kids

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    Cole Slaw
    Dennis S.

    Here in good old Stafford, I happen to try this place out while nearby on a work trip. In an unassuming strip mall sits this gem of a bbq place. Plenty of parking, the staff was having a full on conversation with a few customers who I'm sure were regulars...this is the place. Service was quick and friendly, I picked up smoked ribs with beans and coleslaw. The ribs were pretty damn great. Didn't even need sauce. I used some of the original sauce and although it added to the taste I ate my lunch without it. The beans and coleslaw were added benefits as if I was at a party or relatives were cooking something out back. Definitely coming back when I'm back in the area. I suggest if your looking for an adventure and in the DMV area, stop by.

    Howling Sampler
    Mary V.

    The fried cabbage and Mac and cheese was the best. The Catfish was also good but everything else was dry! The green beans were ok but had too much juice in them. The collard greens were just ok, they didn't have that kick they needed.

    Mac and Cheese Pulled Pork
    Ben C.

    When it comes to BBQ I really seem to find a place that has good meat and taste. Most times it's overdone. This place is not. The service is kind but urgency is not there. So don't go there in short order. But don't let that keep you from ordering. The place is not meant to seat a lot of folks. You can but take it to go. Ordered the meat platter. All the meats were smoked and flavorful. I didn't even use the sauce. Wife ordered the pulled pork Mac and cheese. We couldn't finish it as we were pleased and full.

    Arun M.

    Flavor town! The food tasted good and was very comforting. Oxtail special was the best and the side dishes did not disappoint. Price to portion was reasonable. I look forward to coming back.

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    George M.

    A great place to find yourself if you are stuck in 95 N. traffic. Everything that I ordered was solid from the brisket to the collard greens. Support small and locally owned businesses!

    Spare Rib meal with Baked Mac, Collard Greens, and a Corn Bread Muffin.
    Robbie D.

    Really, there's a lot of 5 Star Reviews. Is it really that good? 1 Star = It's Not Good 2 Stars = Something's Missing 3 Stars = It's Ok 4 Stars = It's Good 5 Stars = it's Bangin! I'm so bad. I went in looking for reasons to complain. 4 tables with tables cloths, nothing to write home about, and music I want to ask them to cut off . The menu is OLD. Like, vintage old. I recommend looking at the menu online and knowing what you want before going in. It took me a minute to find what was what on the menu and piece together what I wanted. By this time, I'd did an awesome job of making myself not like this place. Rib meal, Collard Greens, and...is the Mac baked? Yeah it's baked. Ok, and some baked Mac. Roll or corn bread. Corn Bread! I have greens. I was going to eat in my car but I had a Massage in 20 minutes so I decided to eat there and throw away what I didn't finish. Bam! He handed me my tray.....it was lil heavy umkay. Ribs......Bangin! Tender but got bite and "Smoke Pit Taste Certified." I can't go back to Mission BBQ or Famous Dave's....after some "Big Bad."Like, Pit BBQ just messed up my Go to's. Baked Mac.....Bangin! Do you cater? Greens......Good. They were a lil less flavorful than I'm used too, but it had some pork or turkey in there, and it was 12noon, so I don't know if like, they were simmering in a fresh pot. They sure were hot and fresh! Corn Bread Muffin.......I want a fresh one. That's all I'll say. It was good, but It was in a zip lock bag with a cup cake paper cup I had to take off. I think he had some in the back baking... I'm not sure but "you got me next time me...right? However, the Greens and Cornbread together were Bangin! The moment I started eating, the music I wanted to be turned off was now the sound track to "The Critic goes to Big Bad." I couldn't finish it but I'd be.....smh....if I threw away the rest. I finished it after my Massage and I will definitely be back for a brisket bowl and a family meal. Big Bad w/ Pit BBQ....yeah it's that good. They are not playing. Bangin! I am Critic

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    Ribs are delicious and tender! We never leave any meat on the bone!! Highly recommend!

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    Found this via Yelp and it deserves its high rating! Great food and service. This is exactly how bbq should taste!!

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    5 Stars!!! Absolutely delicious BBQ and sides! The nicest people who go above and beyond beyond! Can't say enough about Big Bad W!!!

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    The food was amazing! We tried a little bit of everything and was not disappointed! Def have to get the peach cobbler!!!

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    The food was exactly what I was looking for. The dining room was small; however, that made the service more personable.

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    Amazing BBQ! The brisket and wolf beans were exceptional. The staff personnel were friendly and brought our meals out quickly.

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